Restaurant India News: Lemon Tree Hotels Launches Keys Select Property in Vadodara

Lemon Tree Hotels Limited has expanded its Gujarat portfolio with the launch of a new franchised property, Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels Vadodara. The opening is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to scale its presence in high-growth regional markets through asset-light expansion.

The property features 42 rooms and includes core hospitality infrastructure such as a restaurant, banquet hall, meeting room, and other guest facilities. The format is aligned with the brand’s midscale positioning, targeting both business and social event demand in the city.

This launch marks Lemon Tree’s third operational property in Vadodara, reinforcing its focus on cities that offer a mix of industrial activity and cultural relevance. The company has been increasing its footprint in Gujarat as part of a broader regional growth strategy.

Vishvapreet Singh Cheema, President, Lemon Tree Hotels Limited, said, “Vadodara is a strategically important market for us, given its growing economic significance and rich cultural heritage. This opening further strengthens our presence in the city, where we already operate two successful hotels, and marks our third property in Vadodara, reaffirming our long-term commitment to the region. As we continue to expand in high-potential destinations, our focus remains on delivering a consistent, reliable, and high-quality hospitality experience that guests across the country have come to trust.”

The move reflects a continued shift towards franchise-led growth models among hotel operators, allowing brands to expand rapidly while optimising capital deployment. By strengthening its presence in tier-2 business hubs such as Vadodara, Lemon Tree Hotels is positioning itself to capture rising demand from corporate travel, small-scale events, and domestic tourism.